PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the running, cycling and triathlon industries. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
February 23, 2021
Sports Backers Launch Second Edition of ‘Great American 5000’ Virtual Team Race Across America
Richmond, VA – After a highly-successful inaugural running of the Great American 5000 in 2020 that featured over 4,500 runners from all 50 states and 24 countries, Sports Backers is announcing the second edition of the virtual team race across America will kick off on Saturday, April 10. Registration is...
February 23, 2021
The Revive Slip-on from Kane is Active Recovery Footwear for Body and Planet
Westport, CT (February 23, 2021) — Kane Footwear, a new name in active recovery footwear, is excited to announce the launch of its flagship bio-based molded, EVA foam slip-on, the Revive™. Constructed from Kane’s sugar cane-derived BounceBack™ foam, the Revive utilizes thoughtful styling and an active recovery design to provide...
February 23, 2021
Professional Triathletes Organisation Partners with Yougov Sport for Collins Cup Media Impact Reporting & Analysis
LONDON, ENGLAND: The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) announced that it has commissioned specialist research and data analytics experts, YouGov Sport to provide an analysis of the media and economic impact for the organisation’s inaugural flagship event – The Collins Cup. The Collins Cup is a new race format modelled after the...
February 22, 2021
Pocket Outdoor Media Closes Major Acquisitions, Rebrands as Outside
Boulder, Colorado — February 22, 2021 — Pocket Outdoor Media (POM), the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content and experiences, today announced the following acquisitions that significantly expand the scope of its audience and range of services provided to customers and partners: Outside Integrated Media, the iconic producer of...
February 22, 2021
Margaritaville partners with Easy Day Sports to launch virtual Margaritaville Run
Margaritaville (February 22, 2021) – It’s the most relaxed race experience outside of Key West and the perfect pour of motivation to get out the door; the Margaritaville Run will launch registration on Monday, February 22 – National Margarita Day. It’s 5 kilometers somewhere (3.1 miles), and virtual race participants...
February 22, 2021
Injinji Partners with Ultrarunning Champion Jeff Browning
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (February 22, 2021)– Injinji®, the innovator of the patented five-toe- Performance Toesock™ for runners and outdoor enthusiasts, announces that Jeff Browning has joined its athlete roster. Browning’s storied ultrarunning record includes 33 career wins at prolific trail events including the Hardrock 100, the Big Horn 100 and the Cascade...
February 22, 2021
Honey Stinger Expands Classic Waffle Lineup with New Short Stack Flavor
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (Feb. 22, 2021) —Honey Stinger, the honey-powered sports nutrition brand, today introduces the newest flavor to join its beloved Classic Waffle family: Short Stack™ Inspired by the warm and cozy tastes of a weekend brunch, the Short Stack Waffle brings the maple flavors of a fresh plate of...
February 22, 2021
The “Tour de Okinawa” extends virtually with ROUVY, enabling cyclists to race on the roads of the Tour from their homes
Nago, Okinawa, Japan / February 22, 2021 - The Japanese annual event of "Tour de Okinawa" has partnered with ROUVY to release 3 of its Tour routes for immersive, augmented virtual cycling experience. To highlight the occasion, a 1-month Challenge has been announced for cyclists worldwide to try out and enjoy...
February 22, 2021
KINeSYS Champion Applications Open for 2021
Vancouver, Canada - KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen is preparing for the launch of its 2021 Ambassador Program. Now in its third year, the hugely successful program will once again be growing the Champion community, and featuring over 80 Ambassadors. KINeSYS is inviting individuals to apply from Canada, the USA and Australia,...
February 20, 2021
Wells and Smith both take a triumphant win on the new Integrity Homes Challenge Wanaka course
Glendhu Bay, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand (20 February 2021) – The Integrity Homes CHALLENGEWANAKA Festival Challenge Half and Garth Barfoot Aquabike saw 800 happy competitors enjoy the new course out in Glendhu Bay on a spectacular day Wānaka day. 2019 winner Hannah Wells repeated her success with a triumphant win...
